Announced this week by the CU system, three faculty members at the University of Colorado have joined the roster of , those CU educators who skillfully integrate teaching and research at an exceptional level.
David Grant
The title signifies CU鈥檚 highest recognition of excellence in and commitment to learning and teaching, as well as active, substantial contributions to scholarly work. CU President Bruce D. Benson solicits annual nominations of faculty across the four campuses for the designation, which is a lifetime appointment.
In addition to Grant, the other 2018 President鈥檚 Teaching Scholar designees are Mary Ann Cutter, University of Colorado Colorado Springs;听and Gillian Silverman, University of Colorado Denver.
David Grant
David Grant is a leader in undergraduate mathematics education at the campus, state and national levels.
He developed, then taught, the math department鈥檚 course in coding and cryptography, areas of importance in digital communications. He is co-founder and co-director of the Actuarial Studies Program, an interdisciplinary effort that places students with local insurance companies. His research examines number theory and coding theory.
Past honors include the 1991 Boulder Faculty Assembly Excellence in Teaching Award. Grant has 40 papers in print and has delivered talks around the world.
